2027 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Joshua Tarver, S, Furman University
- Name: Joshua Tarver
- Position: Safety
- College: Furman University
- Height: 6’2
- Weight: 210
- Twitter: @TheJoshuaTarver
- Instagram: @joshhho
What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2027 NFL Draft?
My ability to cover at my size allows me to play all over a backend in any scheme.
Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you responded?
My junior year I was sat the first 3 games, so I responded by earning back the starting position and having my best graded season.
What are your hobbies outside of football?
Traveling, Hot activities (Yoga & Pilates)
What role do you see yourself playing at the next level?
I think my versatility allows me to play a hybrid safety role. (Deep safety, nickel, whatever is needed)
If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?
Homelessness in Houston
How do you handle coaching, especially criticism or being corrected repeatedly?
I try my best to take the coaching and not make repeat mistakes.
Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?
Ian Olsen or Connor Morin
If you could have dinner with three people, dead or alive, who would it be and why did you choose them?
- Derwin James
- Jalen Ramsey
- LeBron James
If you were benched tomorrow, what would be the most likely reason?
Something out of my control. Injury or a flag from a previous game
Walk me through your typical pre-game routine?
I get a huge breakfast, warm up as if I’m going to run in a track meet and then do a double take of the scouting report.
What is your favorite snack food?
Fruit
What scheme do you feel you fit the best in?
4-2-5 with any base coverage.
What would be the first thing you buy with your first NFL check?
I’d let my little brother take his pick of what he wants
Describe a time in a game where you feel you made a mistake, and explain how you bounced back?
Cornell in 2025, I fumbled on my first kickoff return but was able to come back and have 2-3 more around 30-40 yards.
Name three songs, we can expect on your playlist?
- Out Nothing by YB
- RM30 by Lil Durk
- Papercuts by Big Celly
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